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Ghosts and Ghouls Haunted York Self Guided Audio Tour

6 Reviews 4.50 out of 5 stars Based on 6 traveler reviews collected by Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor | York, England

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Overview

Dare to explore York's sinister side on this chilling self-guided ghost walk, venturing into the heart of England's most haunted city!

With this tour, you can unleash York's eerie past at your own pace. You will explore over 12 of York's most haunted locations with the chance to encounter over 30 spirits. Peer down narrow snickleways where Mad Alice watches from the windows and pass by haunted pubs where ghostly regulars still sit at the bar. Hear about the real life incidents which leave even sceptics questioning their beliefs. You can put the tour on pause for some liquid courage at any of the famous haunted pubs along the tour.

The tour can be experienced at any time of the day or night. But it is highly recommended to try it in the dark for the best experience and to increase your chances of encountering a spectre. This tour is perfect for adventurous travellers, couples, and small groups seeking a flexible experience.

What's Included

  • 100% Satisfaction Guarantee: If you don’t love the tour, write to us for a full refund.
  • Offline access to the tour (no internet connection needed) once tour is downloaded
  • Images to identify stops and in app interactive map for navigation
  • Any physical devices or headphones
  • Transport
  • Human tour guide at location
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

29 Marygate
York YO30 7WH, UK

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End point

Tower St
York YO1 9SA, UK

The end point is in front of Clifford's Tower which is the last stop on the tour

What To Expect

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St. Mary's Abbey

Begin in front the ruins of a once-mighty monastery and see if you can spot the famous robed monk who roams around it's grounds
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Treasurer's House

In front of the treasurer's house you will hear about the Roman legion that once marched through the basement wall. Also: a ghostly cat, phantom cigar smoke, and more
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

York Minster (pass by)

York Minster’s ghosts are as dramatic as the building itself including an arsonit and a clergyman
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Stonegate

Pass by some of the contenders for the spot of the most haunted pub in York. Enter and raise a toast to the spirits if you dare!
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Lunds Court

Discover the chilling tale of Mad Alice, whose ghostly visage is said to haunt this snickleway, once known as Mad Alice Lane.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Shambles

Explore Shambles, a beautifully preserved medieval street known for its narrow lanes, timber-framed buildings and haunting tales
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Golden Fleece (pass by)

Pause at the Golden Fleece, York's most haunted pub, where over 15 spirits, including Lady Alice Peckett and One Eyed Jack, are said to roam.
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York Castle Museum (pass by)

Hear about the place where people have captured proof that it is haunted
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Clifford's Tower (pass by)

End the tour at Clifford's Tower which has seen it's fair share of tragedy and named one of Britain’s top 10 most haunted sites by English Heritage.
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Bedern Hall (pass by)

Now a wedding venue. Once a slum where a man named George Pimm hid the bodies of at least 13 children...
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • As this is a ghost walk, it is not recommended for travelers with heart problems
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The total tour duration includes the time spent at the stop and time required to walk through all the stops.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Ghosts and Ghouls Haunted York Self Guided Audio Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The total tour duration includes the time spent at the stop and time required to walk through all the stops.
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